Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has revealed why he sent Luke Shaw home from training ahead of their Europa League match with Zorya Luhansk.
The Red Devils face the Ukrainian side on Thursday, but their England international left-back will be playing no part after falling ill.
Five Man Utd players in the last chance saloon this week ‘Ill,’ answered Mourinho when asked about the 21-year-old’s presence, or lack of it.
‘Fever, bad throat. Doctor sent him home this morning. One player like this can affect the others.’
Shaw has had some troubles with Mourinho recently, with the Portuguese... read more

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